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31/10/2024

Happy Samhain from Scotland. ( Pronounced Sow-wen )

As autumn descends and the nights grow colder, the ancient festival of Samhain approaches, celebrated from October 31st to November 1st.

At this time, the veil between the mortal realm and the world of spirits is thinnest, allowing for the return of those from the 'Otherworld'.

The visitors from beyond the veil are known to be unpredictable and mischievous, playing tricks on those who cross their path.

Leaving offerings, often small portions of food or drink, became a ritual to ensure the fairies were appeased and their tricks kept at bay.

This tradition reflects the reverence—and healthy caution—that people held toward these otherworldly beings, whose influence was especially potent during this liminal time.

Our wonderful folklore and ancient beliefs are intertwined with our modern lives here in Scotland, and you don't have to delve too deep to find evidence of this.

Happy Halloween to you all, and have a wonderful time celebrating an ancient tradition wherever you are in the world.

Have a Spooky & spiritual Samhain 🙂

Slainte,
Scottish Guided Tours

www.scottishguidedtours.com

22/10/2024

We’ve been having the time of our lives, exploring the stunning landscapes, history and folklore of Scotland with our amazing guests! With so many adventures happening, our social media updates have taken a bit of a back seat. A huge thank you to everyone who has journeyed with us, to our returning friends, and to those already planning trips for 2025. We’re incredibly fortunate to have what we believe is the best team of passionate local Scottish guides, sharing their deep knowledge and love for our beautiful country. Come and say hello, and begin your adventure. Slainte, Niall & the team at www.scottishguidedtours.com

03/08/2024

The wonderful Isle of Skye has many quiet wee neuks & crannies, even in a busy August. Join us in 2025 for a Scotland adventure. www.scottishguidedtours.com

24/06/2024

Today is the anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn. It took place in 1314, which is an incredible 710 years ago.

Next month, it's the 750th anniversary of the birth of Robert the Bruce, who led Scotland during the First War of Scottish Independence.

Find out more about the historic battle in our Bannockburn for Beginners book.

The Battle of Bannockburn NTS Stirling Castle City of Stirling

Buy the book at https://www.rowantreepublishing.co.uk

10/06/2024

Amazing filming by Scotdrone Check out the fb page for different angles of the Falkirk Wheel.
Always awe inspiring, the Falkirk Wheel links the Forth & Clyde & Union Canals.

29/03/2024

The Stone of Destiny has been moved to the purpose built Perth Museum which opens this weekend. The previews look like it’s going to be fantastic. Visit the museum with Scottish Guided Tours - Tours of Scotland and explore Scone Palace along the way. The stone was kept at Scone until being stolen by King Edward I in the 13th Century. www.scottishguidedtours.com

14/02/2024

What an incredible encounter for Gordon Buchanan Wildlife Filmmaker Not one of Gordon’s usual heart stopping moments as one of the worlds leading Wildlife filmmakers, but a wee bit of the Isle of Mull, in the heart of Zambia is very surreal😳🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

25/01/2024

A very happy Burns Night to you all.
Wherever you are in the World, there is a very good chance you have sung or spoken words penned by Robert Burns, our National Bard.
My Dad wrote “Robert Burns for Beginners” to introduce Burns to young and old alike. “Liberty’s in every blow! Let us do or dee." Robert Burns

Today marks the annual celebration of Burns Night, when people around the world remember the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns. The date is also the anniversary of his birth in 1759.

If you would like to find out more about the bard's life and work, our Robert Burns for Beginners book is a great read.

Council of Scottish Clans & Associations American Scottish Robert Burns Poetry Robert Burns World Federation Ltd. Dumfries & Galloway Burns Association

23/01/2024

Huge trees tower over the paths leading to the roaring Black Linn Falls, where the River Braan crashes down into the deep, foaming pools below. Overlooking the waterfall is the picturesque folly built in the mid 1700's.
Decorated with mirrors, sliding panels and paintings, it has been refurbished to re-create the illusions of shock, surprise and amazement that were the aims of the folly’s original design.
A very special landscape that is the perferct spot to contemplate the roaring, tumbling falls and legends. https://scottishguidedtours.com

16/01/2024

The wonderful Threave Castle is situated near Castle Douglas. The castle was built by Archibald the Grim, the son of The Good Sir James Douglas aka The Black Douglas.
Due to the draw of the Highlands, Southern Scotland can sometimes be overlooked, resulting in stunning scenery. Incredible history and beautiful towns and villages all to yourself ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 www.scottishguidedtours.com

22/12/2023

Wishing everyone a wonderful festive period and a very Merry Christmas ❤️ Best wishes for 2024 from all the team at Scottish Guided Tours 🙏❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

17/12/2023

Wonderful memories and adventures for our lovely Honeymoon couple exploring the Isle of Skye ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Duisdale House Hotel

Scottish Guided Tours - Tours of Scotland - Private Day Tours & Multi-Day Tours of Scotland

02/12/2023

What a difference a day makes 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Beautiful colours & winter weather on our short family trip north ❤️
Mighty rivers, lochs and mountains make the Cairngorm area of Scotland a truly wonderful region to explore. Alba gu brath 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

30/11/2023

A very Happy St Andrews Day to you all. Alba gu Brath 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

01/11/2023

Join us in 2024 on our award winning Private Tours of Scotland. Your Scottish adventure awaits ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Below is only a mall selection of some amazing guests & photos from 2023.

What an adventure exploring and experiencing Scotland with you all. ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Sharing Scotlands story, landscapes and folklore with new friends, is always an absolute privilege.

Together we have explored legendary castles, majestic glens and breathtaking islands. As well as, a dram or two, lots of laughs, and great music on the “roads less travelled”

A huge thank you, from all the team at Scottish Guided Tours. Slainte Mhath 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

04/08/2023

The views from the Caledonian Canal and Loch Linnhe today were incredible.
The Mighty Ben Nevis in the background, with the wonderful colours and textures, had us stopped here for quite a while.

Known locally as the ‘Ben’ it once struck fear into the Highland population.

Ben Nevis isn’t just a summit to be conquered, it’s also home to Scotland’s creator deity and Goddess of Winter – the giant Cailleach. She’s described as an old hag with white hair, blue skin, teeth as red as rust and one single eye.
Back in the mists of time, she strode across the barren landscape that would soon become Scotland.

The sea barely reached her knees as she walked, with huge clumps of earth falling from her apron to form the islands. With her magic hammer, she shaped the mountains, carved out the glens and filled the lochs.

23/06/2023

2023 has already been incredible. Exploring Scotland and experiencing the variety in our nature and landscapes with our amazing guests from all over the world. Thank you all from the team at Scottish Guided Tours - Tours of Scotland We are booking up for 2024 and are very much looking forward to exploring with you.

31/05/2023

Happy World Outlander Day everyone ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
It is hard to believe a year has passed since me and my amazing ‘Pistol Packin Stitchers’ met up with Spud The Piper for drams of Sassenach Whisky at Craigh na dun. What an incredible group of travelling companions. A very unique setting, drams and great tunes. Time travel is optional:) Thank you all.